"The two young men were engaged in conversation. They were in the bedroom, and at some point or another in the bedroom the shotgun came out and one round was delivered to the victim," said Penn Township Police Chief John Otto. "We don't believe that the intent behind that round was homicide. We believe it was a reckless act."

Fetter was taken to Forbes Regional Hospital in Monroeville for surgery. Police said he was in stable condition and was expected to survive.

Police said Cline, 19, will be charged with recklessly endangering another person and aggravated assault.

"He's having some emotional issues that are obvious and we're trying to tend to those issues as best we can," said Otto.

Police said they spoke with Fetter and his account of what happened was in line with Cline's claim that the shooting was accidental.

"I think it goes without saying that these type of situations exemplify the fact that we need to be careful and cautious and very safe with our firearms, whether it be a handgun, shotgun or what have you," said Otto. "Things change in the blink of an eye, and these circumstances come up and it's very unfortunate that we have two people, as well as their families, that will be affected by this for a long time."

Police said the teens have a criminal history that includes being charged with theft and conspiracy in December.